--- title: "Uniaxial mechanical testing unit" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-06726a02-4200-4f46-aa28-18dff8dfb2f6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-06726a02-4200-4f46-aa28-18dff8dfb2f6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-06726a02-4200-4f46-aa28-18dff8dfb2f6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-06726a02-4200-4f46-aa28-18dff8dfb2f6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY" published: "2018-12-05" --- # Uniaxial mechanical testing unit Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-06726a02-4200-4f46-aa28-18dff8dfb2f6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-06726a02-4200-4f46-aa28-18dff8dfb2f6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-06726a02-4200-4f46-aa28-18dff8dfb2f6.json) ## Summary The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers for a Uniaxial mechanical testing unit to be delivered to the South East region of the United Kingdom. This contract, classified under the category of "Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring", has a total value of £60,000 and will be awarded through a limited procurement method based on competitive quotations. The tender period closes on 18 December 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 19 December 2018 and run until 31 March 2019. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply, installation, and maintenance of testing equipment, particularly those specializing in materials testing machinery. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the requirements suggest that there is scope for firms with expertise in high-precision mechanical systems and related services. Companies looking to expand their offerings in this niche market should consider submitting a bid to leverage this opportunity for growth. ## Notice UKAEA require the supply, installation and ongoing maintenance of a tension-compression materials test rig. This rig must provide the following parameters: a. Frame: The load frame must consist of two columns so that the system can be adapted with an environmental chamber in the future. b. Testing regimes: The system must allow static, monotonic testing and programmable cycling capability. c. Max load (tension): The maximum load must be 5 kN or greater, but with strong control and accuracy at low forces. Load cells will have a 16-bit resolution. Load cells (and any switchable load ranges) will be calibrated to EN ISO 7500-1 standard. d. Cyclic testing and frequency: The system must be capable of tension-tension, compression-compression and tension-compression cyclic testing. At 1 Hz the system must be capable of 2 mm displacement. e. Analogue outputs: There must be 2 or more 0-10 V analogue outputs for load and displacement. f. Analogue inputs: There must be one or more analogue 0-10 V input for extensometry. Please see the attached document for the full requirements of this rig. This contract will be awarded under the NEC3 supply contract. The proposed contract date for this is also attached. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef41f89d-254e-422e-953f-19aa844c01eb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Dec 2018 | | Submission deadline | 18 Dec 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Dec 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY | | Locality | ABINGDON | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX14 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | South Oxfordshire | | Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams | | Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 51 - Installation services (except software) ### Codes - 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring - 51210000 - Installation services of measuring equipment ## Release History - 5 Dec 2018 at 14:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef41f89d-254e-422e-953f-19aa844c01eb - 5 Dec 2018 at 10:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef41f89d-254e-422e-953f-19aa844c01eb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef41f89d-254e-422e-953f-19aa844c01eb 5th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b84f3e65-f566-42a1-9c2b-1d4ea297fcda Tender_pack_load_frame ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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